Job Details

District Director, Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion

North Orange County Community College District

Position Number: 2015193P

Location: District Services

Department: District Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion

Percentage of Employment: 100%

Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (However, some flexibility such as evenings and weekends will be required to meet the needs of the department.)

Job Description:
Design, implement, advance, support, and evaluate programs, initiatives, and activities District-wide to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, ensure equity, and promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and belonging; enhance and measure campus climate in order to promote equitable retention.

Work to design and articulate a District-wide strategy and vision for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives; foster and leverage relationships; provide coaching and education; seek consultation and consensus for short and long-term goals aligned to the District's goals; deliver on performance expectations and goals; and lead programs in identifying places where practices and policies create unintended inequitable impacts.

Monitor programs and activities to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and District policies and procedures regarding equal employment opportunity; collaborate with Human Resources to develop, analyze, and manage data reports, plans and other forms of recruitment statistics, including the development and implementation of the District's EEO Plan.

Design an education program which builds awareness of the District's vision and mission related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-racism (DEIA); diagnose diversity, equity, and inclusion-related issues; recommend and implement potential solutions; execute organizational interventions for relevant DEIA training/learning development; communicate and collaborate with Human Resources, when applicable, regarding DEIA programs, training, and reports.

Collaborate with campus and Human Resources staff to schedule, develop, and deliver engaging workshops, trainings, programs, and staff consultation related to DEIA and the elimination of bias in hiring/equal employment opportunity, to support the District's Educational Master Plan and Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Anti-racism goals; create, develop, and provide related training materials; establish performance metrics to support accountability and ensure program delivery excellence and positive outcomes which promote staff retention and student success.

Collaborate with Human Resources staff in the planning, coordination, and monitoring of recruitment, selection, and hiring processes to ensure equity and consistent application of procedures; support strategies for the recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff.

Contribute to the District's initiatives by serving as chairperson of the District's Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Committee; serve as a resource to campus diversity committees in developing and implementing diversity initiatives, including but not limited to, the District's EEO Plan. Support the District's Faculty and Staff Associations (FSAs) to promote inclusion and belonging.

Collaboratively lead and influence to gain broad stakeholder support when developing, implementing, and promoting strategies, initiatives, projects, and action plans; work collaboratively with District and campus leadership to lead and support intersectional efforts to develop and help facilitate a strong approach to DEIA that is visionary, innovative, practical, and measurable, incorporating organizational change methods.

Manage and oversee the department website content, ensuring the content adheres to District policies and laws, including content for the District Faculty and Staff Associations.

Train, supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of staff as assigned; participate in selection and hiring processes.

Attend a variety of administrative and staff meetings; serve on committees; coordinate programs and services with District and campus faculty and staff.

Monitor and control budget expenditures; direct the preparation and maintenance of detailed and comprehensive reports, records and files regarding programs, operations, and activities.

Assist in complex reporting and research activities; review and process documents and records related to primary function; perform a wide variety of complex tasks requiring specialized knowledge.

Engage in personal professional development, including taking courses to keep current on cultural competency and related DEIA effective strategies; attend professional conferences; remain current with regional and national developments in DEIA.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the disabilities and diverse academic, socio- economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students.

Provide leadership in District/campus efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, to address student achievement gaps, and in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment.

Assist and promote the growth and success of a diverse population of students and employees through the development of interculturally competent and equity minded management and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African Americans, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students and employees.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Primary Purpose:
Under the direction of the Chancellor, the District Director, Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion, is responsible for providing leadership, strategy, vision and implementation for the Districts diversity programs/initiatives by working collaboratively as part of the leadership team and in consultation with Human Resources to foster and support equity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, students, and community members.

Working Relationships:
The District Director, Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion, maintains frequent contact with District and campus administrators, faculty, staff, students, community members, and federal and state agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations as they relate to equal employment opportunity (EEO), unlawful discrimination, and ADA compliance

Knowledge of Human Resources management principles and DEIA best practices

Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory and principles to develop and deliver effective training

Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary

Knowledge of appropriate software and databases and ability to use and develop computer applications including database, spreadsheets and word processing

Ability to partner at all levels of an organization with a capacity to influence a broad group of stakeholders and senior leaders without direct authority
Ability to interpret, apply and explain laws, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to develop and conduct training and educational programs
Ability to collect and analyze data and prepare clear and concise reports

Ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple responsibilities and projects

Ability to work confidentially with discretion

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work

Ability to meet schedules and timelines

Ability to work independently with little direction

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate efficiently both orally and in writing

Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Special Requirements:
The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be from accredited post-secondary institutions. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in organizational development, behavioral sciences, human resources, diversity & inclusion, business management, education, or a related field.

Four (4) years of related experience.
Demonstrated multicultural competency: broad-based experience effectively working with and providing services for multiple diverse populations and programs.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Desirable Qualifications:
Ability to build trust, display empathy, facilitate courageous conversations and lead with cultural humility.
Experience and ability to apply theoretical frameworks in diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.

Demonstrated skills facilitating dialogue with and among employees to cultivate an environment of inclusiveness, collegiality, shared inquiry, shared responsibility, and collective accomplishment.

Demonstrated ability to support and empower leaders to initiate and lead conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

Experienced educator and trainer able to effectively develop programs and deliver diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism training on multiple topics to diverse audiences that represent a range of awareness, knowledge, and skills.

Experience leading with cultural intelligence and cultural humility.

Experience in shared governance in an educational setting.

Exceptional knowledge of the latest science and practice for diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in the workplace - drawing on a passion for continuous improvement.
High professional standards and strong interpersonal skills.

Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Working Conditions:
Office environment; subject to constant interruptions and frequent interaction with others; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard; ability to exchange information in person one-on-one, in a group setting or on the telephone; travel to various locations; sitting or standing for extended periods of time (up to 2-3 hours); ability to read a variety of printed materials and information on a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Will require off-site duties and activities.

Salary Range: $144,797 - $182,640 Annually

Number of Vacancies:

Posting Number: 2015193P

Open Date: 09/21/2023

Close Date: 10/16/2023

Special Instructions Summary: Special COVID 19 Notice: Interviews may be held in person (following all necessary precautions) or in a virtual format. Employees must reside in California while employed with NOCCCD, even during remote work. Thank you for your continued interest in working at North Orange County Community College District.
The North Orange County Community College District is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. The Board of Trustees adopted a position of strongly recommending, rather than mandating, COVID-19 vaccines and strongly recommending boosters for all employees and students, effective January 1, 2023. More information can be found on our District website by visiting https://www.nocccd.edu/covid19.
Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a designated classified management position subject to a six month probationary period.

Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment may need to submit official transcripts, as applicable, prior to the first duty day, and will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within six (6) months.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "N/A" (not applicable). Do not use terms such as "see resume" or "see attached".

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. At the time of the interview a written exercise and/or an oral presentation related to the assignment may be required. Subsequent to the interviews, the screening committee will select candidates for final consideration. A second interview will be required of candidates selected as finalists.
Minimum Qualifications - Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).
Minimum Qualifications - Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.
NOCCCD offers reimbursement for candidate travel expenses. Visit https://www.nocccd.edu/files/7120-10apreviseddcc-08-24-15-_93551.pdf to view the administrative procedures - AP 7120-10.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website at https://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.
If you would like to add additional transcripts not required by the position, you may upload them to the "Additional Transcripts" link when completing your application.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

To apply, visit: https://nocccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/6573









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